“After the atom bombs of the 1940s, the science fiction of the 1950s was filled with tales of societies fueled by nuclear power. Now that social networks have made their deep impacts on the globe, the next wave of sci-fi could trumpet civilizations based upon this new media. If so, Rick Moss could be among the first to help define a new branch of the genre.” – Aaron Saenz, Singularity Hub

“I’m not certain whether Ebocloud is science fiction, social commentary, a literary novel or a wonderful amalgamation of all. Some of my favourite things are in the book: art, jazz, subversive, satirical and philosophical thought on science, science fiction and family. Throw in a little society altering technology, a mysterious arsonist and you have a superbly fascinating novel.” – A. F. Stewart, Fantasy Writer, goodreads.com

“If there is such a thing as a fantasy book club, this would be the book I would want to read and discuss with a group of people. … Like the movie Inception, the book has layers. It is a novel within a novel. The characters are interesting, quirky and real. I am certain whoever reads this book will be challenged to think differently about something relevant to their life while simultaneously being entertained. Dare I say, this is the future of entertaining content. Content that inspires growth and thought. My plea: Divert your eyes from the train wrecks of popular media (ie. CHARLIE SHEEN) and READ THIS BOOK.” – Stephanie Michele, SocialBling

“Ebocloud weaves the threads of modern love, evolving consciousness, and the power and reach of social networks into an adventure that demands your attention and asks you to reevaluate long held notions of what it means to be collectively and individually human. Both detective story and rumination on the impact of emerging technologies on our humanity, Ebocloud captures the excitement of late night youthful discovery, masterfully remembered, and refined by a thoughtful and incisive mind. ” – Mark Romanoff, Multimedia Designer

“Ebocloud has a brisk, edgy pace that keeps you hooked to the plot as it alternates smoothly between Luber’s story and Flounce’s. Author Moss displays a considerable talent for world building, designing both Flounce and the Ebocloud with impressive detail. Cloud it may be, but nebulous it isn’t –- Moss gives us a technical scenario that is well researched and believable, and Flounce is a tumultuous world I expect lots of his readers will want to visit again. ” – Lavanya Karthik, Bookpleasures.com

“Ebocloud is a terrific read and a fantastic first novel by Rick Moss. Within the context of a fast-paced murder mystery set in the present and near-future, Ebocloud draws the reader into a thoughtful consideration of timeless philosophical topics. An extremely literate book, it artfully combines viewpoints from authors as diverse as Virgil, Rand, and Vonnegut. The ‘Ebocloud’ of the title is basically an internet social network subdivided into tribes formed by shared affinities (think Facebook). The cloud addresses , as one character says, ‘the primordial urge for belonging’ and the end of aloneness. The cloud learns from the actions and interactions of each of the members (called cousins). Nothing new so far. But, from here the book goes on to pose some fascinating possibilities and questions. What if the interaction with the cloud became two-way? What if the cloud could begin to affect emotions? What if the cloud could begin to control actions? What is the potential for good? For evil? What does this mean to the individual? What does it mean to relationships between individuals? Each of these questions are considered brilliantly while moving the story to an explosive conclusion.” – William D. Emerson, president, Emerson Advisors

“Ebocloud is a provocative novel that imagines a potential trajectory for the mundane and commonplace in our technologically driven twenty-first century. The debate on the loss of privacy for convenience and a greater good unexpectedly takes sinister turns that grip till the end. This powerful first novel introduces the reader to Rick Moss from whom we want to hear more. A must read.” – Vivodh Z. J. Anand, Ph.D